SAVANNAH, Ga., July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Gulfstream
Aerospace Corp. today announced that it has delivered its 550th Gulfstream G550, solidifying the aircraft's position as
one of business aviation's most popular jets.
"This milestone delivery affirms the continued demand for the G550, one of the most dependable and sought-after aircraft in
the world today," said Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream. "The G550's best-in-class range and
payload have earned it a lasting reputation as a versatile aircraft for business aviation and an ideal platform for special
missions."
Powered by two robust Rolls-Royce BR710 C4-11 engines, the G550 has the longest range of any business jet in its class. It can
easily carry up to 19 passengers between the world's business capitals and can fly eight passengers and four crew 6,750 nautical
miles/12,501 kilometers nonstop, connecting New York with Dubai
at Mach 0.80, or London with Los Angeles at Mach 0.85. The
aircraft has amassed more than 50 city-pair speed records during its more than 10 years in service, including London to Tokyo in just over 11 hours and Beijing to New York in just under 14.
"The G550 has set the standard others follow," Burns said. "The only aircraft in service today that fly farther than the G550
are our own Gulfstream G650 and
G650ER. The G550 was also the
first to feature our award-winning PlaneView™ flight deck, which quickly became the new ideal in business aviation. The
aircraft's technological and safety advances even led the G550 to be awarded the prestigious Robert J. Collier Trophy."
The Gulfstream G550 can fly at a maximum cruise altitude of 51,000 feet/15,545 meters and at speeds up to Mach 0.885. A fully
equipped G550 offers numerous possible cabin layouts and options to fit a variety of missions.
NOTE TO EDITORS
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops,
manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has
produced more than 2,500 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse transportation needs of the
future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive fleet of aircraft, comprising the Gulfstream G280™, the Gulfstream
G550™, the Gulfstream G500™, the Gulfstream G600™, the Gulfstream
G650™ and the Gulfstream G650ER™. Gulfstream also offers aircraft ownership services via
Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales™. We invite you to visit our website for more information and photos at
www.gulfstreamnews.com.
More information about General Dynamics is available at www.generaldynamics.com.
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